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Interviews; Employment Opportunities; *EmploymentQualifications; *Entry Workers; High School Students;*instructional Materials; Job Applicants; *JobApplication; Personnel Data; Records (Forms);Secondary Education; Worksheets

IDENTIFIERS Job Search

ABSTRACTThe booklet offers step-by-step instructions' for the

high school student on how to prepare for entry into the world ofwork. Basic job entry requirements, personal data needed, do's anddon'ts, and typical forms encountered are presented in workbook form.It deals with the following 12 areas: general employment information,school records, preparing a resume or personal data file,'nemploymentapplication forms, writing a letter of application, resume or datarequirements, interviews (hints and typical questions), how and whereto find a job, getting along with the boss, money managemenf, how toleave a job, and basic principles for workers. (BP)

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Table of Contents

Job Information 1

School Record 3

Resume or Personal Data File 4

Application Form 10

Letter of Application 13

Resume or Data Sheet 15

Interview 17

Finding a Job 21

Getting Along With the Boss 22

You and Your Money 23

Leaving a Job 24

Principles for Workers 26

Contents reported herein were executedpursuant to a grant from the Bureau ofAdult, Vocational and Technical Education,Office-Of Education, U. S. Department ofHealthi-=-Education and Welfare. Granteesundertaking such programs under Govern-ment sponsorship are encouraged to ex-press freely their professional judgmentinthe conduct of the program. Points ofview or opinions stated do not, therefore,necessarily represent official Office ofEducation position or policy.

Published by: CAREER RESOURCE CENTERNew Albany-Floyd County School Corporation

New Albany, Indiana 47150.

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ITS A FACT:Work will be,the major activityof your,life--for the rest ofof your life:

There are about 20,000different types ofemployment in Americatoday.

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Most women workabout 25 years

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on your qualifications anddesires.' To find the jobthat's best for you startby taking a "Self Inventory."

THINK ABOUT THE FOLLOWING...

QUALIFICATIONS: (What I Have to Offer)

. Extra curricular activities; hobbies;physical strength, coordination,dexterity; mechanical ability; abilityto, get along with others; musicalability; artisitc ability; verbalability; numberical ability; intell-igence; health; manners; voice quality;English usage; industry; stability;cooperation; honesty; punctuality; workexperience.

DESIRES: (What I Want)

Most men work40-50 years.

Choice of occupation; general nature ofwork; duties and responsibilities;training requirements; immediate employ-ment outlook; salary range; advancementopportunities; possibilities for lifetime employment; fringe benefits; workingconditions.

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What is the jobfor you?

What can you doto make sure thatyou are hired?

WHERE ARE THE ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS?

Where do you go tolook for work?

Think about this:1. You need to know how to do a job in order

to get one.2. You need to know how to find a job in order

to do one.

READY, SET ... GO1is important to you because you are important,and your future is important.

It is as simple as this: Making money or even getting a jobin the first place -depends on:

1. What kind, of person you are2. What jobs are available3. What you know

(your skills or education)

You are in a contest and the best person wins

the prize, in this case: THE JOB. This publication

is intended to help you "Prepare" for the contest.

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SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL RECORD

Schdol Name :

Junior High Attended:

Student I.D. Number:

Graduation Date:

Principal's Name:

Course Unit

Address:(street, city, state)

Grade Course. Unit Grade

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(171/2 units required, for graduation; oneunit represents 36weeks of work, 5 daysper week. Honorcourses are starred.)

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10-1 10-2

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Achievement orTest Scores:

Summer School:

(Photograph)

PERSONAL DATA FILEFacts Seldom RememberedBut Often Needed

Social Security Number :

Name:(last) (first) (middle)

Birth Date:(month, day, year)

Place of Birth:

Father's Name:

(city, state, zip code)

(last) (first) (middle)

Father's Birthplace: Date of Birth:(city, state)

Mother's Name:(last) (firsti (middle)

Mother's Birthplace: Date of Birth:(city, state)

Brothers and Sisters:

Full Name Birthdate

Elementary and Secondary Education:

Name of School Address

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Grades YearsAttended Attended

** HEALTH RECORD

Name of Family Doctor Address=

Blood Type: Eye Prescription:

Allergies:

Type of'Immunizations Date Received Booster Dates

Type of Major Illness or Treatment Date

** SCHOOL, COMMUNITY, RELIGIOUS AND SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS

From To(name of:organization) T.-37;7T)

(offices or positioni held in organization)

From To(name of organization) Tyear)

(offices or positions held in organization)

From To(name of organization) Tyear)

(Offices or positions held in organization)

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** MILITARY RECORD:

** PLACES OF RESIDENCE:

(street number, city, state)From To

(month/yr.)

Fill in appropriate information: Lived with family/relatives: yes/noRent per month:Mortgage per month:

Rented/mortgaged from:

(street number, city, state)

Fill in appropriate information:

Rented / mortgaged from:

** EMPLOYMENT RECORD

From 'To(month/yr.)

Lived with family/relatives: yes/noRent per month:Mortgage per month:

(Name of Employer)

(Name of immediate supervisor)

(Address of Employer)

(his postion)

your position) (starting & endingwages)

Tdescription of your duties)

(dates employed)

(Name of EmploYer)

(Name of immediate supervisor)

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(Address of Employer)

(his position)

(your position) (starting & ending (dates employed)wages)

(description of your duties)

** REFERENCES

(Name) (Address)

(Business Name & Address) (Business Telephone)

(Profession or position) (work relationship with you)

(Name) (Address)

(Business Name & Address) (Business Telephone)

(Profession or position) (work relationship with you)

(Name ) (Address).

(Business Name & Address) (Business Telephone)

(Profession or position) (work relationship with you

** CHURCH MEMBERSHIP

From To(Name & Address of Church) (year)

(Name (s) of minister/pastor/priest/rabbi)

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** CHECK ACCOUNT INFORMATION

(Name of Bank)

(Address of Bank)

(Name of Bank

From T(mo./yr.) (71(7777T-7)

Tcccount Numberr-------

From To(717,7577) (;3777-7,7)

(Address of Bank) (Account Number)

** CREDIT CARD INFORMATION

(Name of Card or Company) (Date Issued)

(Address of Company) (Credit Card Number)

(Name of Card or Company) (Date Issued)

(Address of Company) (Credit Card Number)

** SAVINGS ACCOUNT INFORMATION

From: TO:(Name of Institution) (mo./yr.) (mo./yr.)

(Address of Institution) (Account Number)

From: TO:(Name of Institution) (mo./yr.) (mo./yr.)

(Address of Institution)

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** PROPERTY INSURANCE INFORMATION

(Name of Company)Date Issued:

(Address of Company) (Policy Number)

(Name or Names of Agents)

** AUTO INSURANCE INFORMATION

From: To(Name of Company) (1777F.) (mo./yr.)

(Address of Company) (Policy Number)

(Name or Names of Agents)

** POST HIGH SCHOOL AND/OR ADULT EDUCATION

From: To*(name & address of school/institution) (mo./yr.) rThn CT y- r

Total Hours:(major or type of training program) (indicate quarter,

semester, course or class)

Resulting degree of certificate (if any):

Name of Advisor/Instructor:

"From: To(name & address of school/institution) (mo./yr.)

Total Hours:(major or type of training program) (indicate quarter,

semester, course or class)

Resulting degree,of certificate (if any):

Name of Advisor/Instructor:

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In filling out an appliction form,you are marketing yourself--Y 0 Uare the product. The decision tohire you for a position may dependentirely on your applicatdon. Compan-ies, with hundreds of applicants, useapplication forms to make rapid compar-isons. By referring to the same areaon each form, an employer can compareyour abilities, education, or experiencewith many other applicants, and chooseaccordingly.

The presentation on your applicationform can make the difference betweenbeing hired or turned down.

REMEMBER:

1. Read the directions! (Do not write in this space,write in black ink, print, or type).

2. Always read the entire application form beforefilling it out.

3. Be prepared to attach a photograph to your application.

4- Always keep it neat.

a. If you fill out the blank at homewith a typewrite..r., strive for perfectcopy.

b. If you must erase, don't makea holein the paper!

c. If you perspire easily, be sure yourhands are dry so that smudge marks orfingerprints are not left on the blank.

Complete every blank.

If you have no answer for a blank, draw aline through the blank, or write N/A, toindicate that it was not accidentally omitted.

6.. Be accurate.

a. Use your personal data sheet (alwayskeep it with you when filling out anapplication).

b. Be sure of your spelling.c. If you are in doubt about wording, write

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7. If you are not .p 6d%?it)with the appearance of theapplication, ask for another, and recopy.

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Print all information clearly

APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

Date:

Name:, Phone No.:Lest First Middle Maiden

Address..Number Street City State Zip.

How long at this address? Previous Address:

Sex:_ Marital Status: No. of Dependents: Spouse's Name:

Date of Birth; Height; Weight: Draft Status:

Social Security No.: Source of Referral:

Have you any disabilities? If so, specify:

Have you ever made a compensation claim? Specify:

Notify in case of emergency:Name Address Phone Number

Position Desired:

Salary Desired:

EDUCATION:

NAME OF SCHOOL

IElementary

DATES ATTENDED AVERAGE GRADUATED COURSE

College

Other

List any extra-curricular activities.

EMPLOYMENT: List previous record (begin with current or most recent

FROM ..-A 7'0',"" EMPLOYER KIND OF BUSINESS DUTIES , oALARY; START-END

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REASON FORLEAVING

PERSONAL REFERENCES:

NAME ADDRESS PHONE NO. OCCUPATION YEARS KNOWN

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3.

General Information:

Have you ever been arrested? If so, indicate date, offense, place.

Were you acquitted? Convicted?

Have you ever been bonded? Ever been refused bond?

List any special skills, hobbies, interests:

MILITARY RECORD:

Branch of Service Date of Induction-Separation Rank or Rate Service No.- Reserve Status

Type of work done in Service Type of discharge

Do you have any service-connected disability? , If yes, specify:

List names of people you know employed here:

Acquaintances Relatives

I certify that the information in this application is correct and complete to the best of myknowledge and belief: I eelize that misrepresentation of facts on this application will besufficient to cause rejection of this application or dismissal after employment.

Signature

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A job applicant needs to takeseveral factors into consider-ation. For-example, time themailing. of your letter so,itwill arrive in the middle ofthe week, since Mondays andFridays are usually the busiestdays .in the personnel office.

THE LETTER

* Get right to the point; tell the employer whyyour are writing.

* Highlight your qualifications by mentioning only one.

* Note that your personal data sheet-is enclosed.

* The last paragraph of your letter, should tell theemployer what you want him to do.Follow sample on next page.

DO'SType 'and proper form.

Neat and legible.

Clean, white paper.

Enveloped shoUld matchpaper.

Be-brief and to thepoint.

SAMPLE ENVELOPE

DON'TSDon't go into detail about yourabilities.Don't air personal gripes orambitions.Don't talk about experiences.Don't have the attitude thatanyone owes you a job.Don't fill the page with childhood experiences & information.Don't talk about military exper-iences.Don't imply that you want thejob simply because you need it.

Hobe O'Day4440 Dakota Dr.Brookings, SD 57706

Mr. Foster E. WilsonDirector of PersonnelThe Abercrombie Company6195 South Hennepin AvenueMinneapolis, Minnesota 55201

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Name of PersonTitleName of CompanyStreet AddressCity, State & Zip Code

Dear Mr.

Street AddressCity, State & Zip CodeDate

Because I am interested in the newspaper business, I wouldlike to secure a position with your company as a proofreader.

I completed a course in journalism at Watertown Senior HighSchool. Other information regarding my qualifications isoutlined on the enclosed personal data sheet.

A personal interview would be appreciated. You may reach meat 886-4444*.

Enc..

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Sincerely yours,

(your signature)

(If letter is typed,type your name here)

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Although similar in nature,a RESUME' or DATA SHEET shouldnot be confused with an APPLICATION.A resume' is prepared by an indi-vidual as an initial "selling tool"about himself for a potential em-ployer. It will frequently besubmitted BEFORE an individual com-pletes a formal application or haga-personal interview.

* Your data sheet will represent youto people who have never met you.If it is untidy you will be judgedaccordingly.

/ Resume-. `N

Da__------heel,

* Contents and layouts of resumes varyas widely as the different individualswho apply for jobs. Interviewers andcompanies, also, differ as to what theywant to see on a resume. You will besafest however if you keep it simpleand keep it on one page.

* Your resume must be typed and on goodquality bond paper.

* The resume must be neat. Careless .

erasures and misspelled words are in-excusable, and the latter, may costyou THE JOB.

* Keep carbon copies to save yourselfa re-writing job if the original is lost.

If you do not have your resume duplicatedmechanically, type a new one for eachinterview. This gives you a chance toslant it a little toward the specificjob in question. An original makes abetter impression than a carbon copy.

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(Here is a sample Resume'. Makeone of your own following thisform.)

RESUME' OR PERSONAL DATA SHEET

Name: Age:

Address: Telephone:

Marital Status: Sex:

Weight: Height: Health:

Education: (Only highest level achieved and skill trainingcourses, night school, etc.)

Student Activities: (Leadership roles in school, civic, social,or church organizations would probably be of interest)

Special Skills or Qualifications: (Check page-- -1 for ideas!)

Work Experience: (*Name and address of the company you worked for.*Name of the position you held.*The starting and leaying dates of the job.*A description of your duties if it seemspertinent to your application.*Your reason for leaving)

References: (Be sure to ask the person you are using for areference his permiSsion before you list him; do not userelatives)

Name Position Address

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YOUR ONLY CHANCE TO MAKE A GOODFIRST IMPRESSION1

. It is important to make a-good first impressionbecause then a boss will want to know more aboutyou and may hire you.for the job. So when youapply for a job, be clean, neat, and dressed ina simple way.

2. There are three things many employers consider mostimportant when they meet people for the first timewho apply for jobs: cleanliness, good manners, andaverage speech.

3. It looks as though people are not old enough totake care of themselves if they go with a friendto a job interview or to fill out an application.Therefore, you should always go alone.

4. Always find out ahead of time how to get to theinterview. Also find out how long it will take youto get there. If you have an appointments you mustbe there on time.

5. Be ready. Take along a pencil and a small notebookto write the names of the people you speak to, thedate, and the company. Then you will know exactlywhom to call later on.

BASIC RULES FOR-THE INTERVIEW...

Greet interviewer by name as you enter his office ifyou are sure of the pronunciation.

Take your cues from the interviewer at the start.If he moves to shake hands, do so--but not unless hemakes the first gesture. Wait until he offers you achair before you sit-down.

If the interviewer shakes hands with you, use a firmgrip - -a limp fish handshake will make a bad impression.

Don't chew gum or smoke unless he invites you to do so.

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* Be ready for at least one surprise question right

at the start. A few interviewers favor one of the

following openers.:a. What can I do for you?b. Tell me about yourself.c. Why are you interested in this company?

* Keep following his lead. Don't answer by just sayingyes or no. On the other hand, don't talk too much.

If you find yourself talking too long, give the leadback to him by saying, "Perhaps you have some otherquestions to ask me?"

* Be prepared for a few personal questions such as "What

is your father's occupation" and "Is your home life happy?"

Sit up in your chair and look alert and interested at all

times. Don't look tense or relax so much that you look

slouchy. Show that you can be a wide-awake, intelligentlistener as well as a talker.

* Look your interviewer directly in the eye--and keep doingit from time to time during your conversation. This is

important. Nearly every interviewer is conscious of it.

And remember to smile frequently, at appropriate occasions.

* Hands can betray nervousness. If you don't know where toput them, leave them in your lap and keep them still. Don't

drum with your fingers or tap with a pencil. Girls shouldn'ttwist things such as handkerchiefs, purse straps or gloves.

* -Make sure that your good points get across to him--he won'tknow them unless you tell him--but try to appear factualand sincere, not conceited.

* Even if the recruiter does much of the talking, rememberthat you can lead him by asking questions which call inturn for a question you want to answer. Example: You

are strong in extracurricular organizations. He hasn'tmentioned that point and you. want to go into a littledetail you couldn't cover fully in your resume. Yousimply watch for an opening and ask, "Are you interested

in my extra-curricular activities?"

* Answer questions quickly and intelligently. Do not giveconfused and contradictory answers--speak the plain, un-

embroidered truth. A frank answer, even if it seemsunfavorable to you, is better than an exaggeration whichmay tangle you up in the next question.

Be ready to give an answer to the'question,"What do youplan to be doing ten years from now?". It is a favorite.

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* Never make a slighting reference about a formeremployer or a professor. If something went wrong,suggest that at least some of the blame must have beenyour own.

* Conduct yourself as if you are determined to get the jobyou are discussing. You have other irons in the fire,of course, and the recruiter is aware of that. But hewands to think that you want a job with his company.

TI-N- to avoid giving the impression that you have come1:o 'ook over the possibilities and that you are not yettic what you want. Don't say, "I'll do anything if I'mgjvon the chance to learn," or "I don't know what I want.e 1,)--I hope you can suggest something. Wherever possi-:),-, apply for a specific job or field of work.

* Have in mind two or three questions you want to. ask aboutthe_company before you report for the interview. Yet,don't over-do and ask too many questions.

* If you are asked if you've ever been fired and you havebeen - frankness again is the answer. Tell him you'velearned from your mistakes. Also, there is the possibil-ity that you got into the wrong job through a misunderstanding.

* You may be asked why you left your last two or three jobs;return to school, better pay, more responsibility areacceptable reasons. Be careful, not to give the impressionthat you are a job jumper or shopper.

SAMPLE INTERVIEW APPRAISAL SHEET: Rate yourself:

EVALUATION OR APPLICANT.Outstancling Average Poor Comment

Ability to TalkAggressivenessAppearanceCourtesyEnthusiasm

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Intelligence .

Maturity 1

PersonalityPoise

Should we consider further? Yes NomFor what type of work is the candidate best ,suited?RemarkS:

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UNUSUAL QUESTIONS YOU MAY BE.ASKED

Below are listed many questions that have actually appearedand still appear on the application forms of various companies.Study these questions to see if you are 'able .to answer each,

because many or all of them may appear on your next application

form. If you are not prepared, it-may mean your losing out on

the JOB.

1. Are you-willing to take a physical examinatkon?.

9. Have you ever had epilepsy? Defective sight? High blood

pressure? Chest .pains? DiabetesTuberoulosis?- Ulcers?

3. Are you right-handed or left- handed?

4. Has any insurance company rejected your application for life

insurance?

5. Do you wear glasses? All the time? While working?

6. Have you had your driver's license revoked?

7. What courses have you failed in school?

8. Are you licensed to drive a car? Is the license validin this state?

9. Fi-ve you ever been through bankruptcy?

10. '[a.ve you had military service? Branch? Date of discharge?

11. Do you object to shift work?

12. What was your grade average at the last school you attended?What was the size of your class? Your rank in class?

13. When are you available for employment?

14. Have you applied for work here before? If so, when?

15. Whom shall we notify In case of emergency?

16. Are you willing to travel? Work overseas?

17; Do .you speak and/or write.a foreign language? Whatlanguage? A

18. Have you been seriously ill.within the last five years?If so, state the nature of your illness.

19. What starting salary do you expect?

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HOW AND WHERE TO LOOK FOR A JOB:

1. Find out which companies needmore worker's.

2. Go to places where the jobsare.

3. Tell your friends and relatives.4. Ask your neighbors, teachers,

counselors.5. Talk to people working on the

same kind of job you want. Askthem to keep their eyes open fora job you could fill.

SOURCES OF JOB INFORMATION AND THEIR CHARACTERISTICS:

* Indiana Employment and Security Division.Have more job listings in more occupational categoriesthan any other single source.

Offer counseling and career consultation.Provide aptitude and proficiency testing.Have daily contacts with thousands of employers.Accumulate and distribute local, statewide, and nationallabor market information.

* Want ads in newspapers, professional journals, & trade Magazines.Provide a broad range of definite openings.Descriptions of jobs may not be detailed enough for you todecide whether you are qualified.

-Analysis of the ads provides information about the extent ofemployment activity in your field throughout the state or area.

* Industrial and Craft Unions.Have exclusive hiring authority for some firms.Deal with a limitednumber of occupations.Productive sources for members, particularly those withseniority.

* U.S. Civil Service Commission.Handles U.S. Government Civilian Jobs.Examinations are given several times a year throughout4-,U.S.Jobs-are filled on a merit basis., as a result of examinations.Most.post offices have application forms.

* Private Employment Agencies.Some charge applicants a fee for registration or placement;others collect fees from employers.

* Yellow Pages, Industrial Directories, & Chamber of Commerce.Sources of firms that employ workers in your field.

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GETTING ALONG WITH THE BOSS

The hardest thing for some people on a newjob, or even an old job, is taking orders.But orders and directions are important tohelp any group of people work together to

get a job done.

Orders or bossing, if you want to call it thatare important on every job you can think of. Whogives the orders? The boss, the supervisortheforeman, the sergeant, the section leader; he hasmany different names. He's in the driver's seat.He can fire you. He can also help you get a raiseor move up to a better job!

Maybe you don't like him very much. Maybe it is hardto take 'orders from him. But you have to be able totake orders to get the job done. After all, that iswhat you get paid for. The boss gets orders too, fromsomebody a little higher up. And remember, if you makegood, some day you may be the boss. So hold yourpunches; watch what you say. If you are going to soundoff do it away from the job.

Make Sure the Boss Can Count on You

Nobody likes to be stood up. Your boss doesn't like to1:3e stood up either Two of the most important thingsabout keeping a job are: (1) Being at work every day;

(2). Being on time every day.

What happens when you just don't show up? If you're the_only person on a certain job, everything stops when youare late or absent. If you work with others, there is alink missing when you are not there. Either way, the .

,company loses money on you. No company wants someonearound who is losing money for it. So, be at your jobevery day; be on 'time every day.

There are some good reasons for skipping work or coming

late:

1. An injury or illness that is so bad or so contagiousthat you cannot do your job.

2. A death or an illness in your close family (mother,father, sister, brother, child).

3. Very important personal business that cannot be doneoutside of working hours. For example, if you haveto appear in court.

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YOU AND YOUR MONEY

You'll remember your first paycheck. It is moneyof your own. You'll probably have a hundred ideasabout how you are going to spend it. Money solvesproblems; but remember, money also brings problems.

No paycheck goes as far as you would like it to.It's smart to do some thinking on how to make yoursgo as far as possible.

1. Don't spend more than you make. Owing moneygets a person down.

2. Don't blow your whole paycheck the first fewdays. It's a long time until'next payday.

3. Don't borrow. It's hard to pay it back.

4.. Study the first paycheck. Know what is beingtaken out of it, and why.

5. Beware of the salesman who tells you somethingis only "A dollar down and a dollar a week."Extra charges are always added on, and you paymuch more in the end.

6. Get into the saving habit. Make sure you areputting something aside. from each paycheck,even though it is a small amount.

7. Find out about your company's credit union.

8. Be a smart buyer. Learn to shop carefully forwhat you want. Watch for sales and specialswhen you buy clothes, food, and other things.Check the want ads for used items that mightbe bargains.

9. Find out about company insurance plans.

10. Be sure you pay your bills on time, and ask forreceipts to prove you paid. You must keep agood credit rating. (A credit rating is arecord of how well you pay your bills.)

11. IlLyou don't pay your bills, the people you owecan get your check before you do. This is.,,,called garnishment.

12. Get help with your tax forms if you need help.

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Leaving a job is much more thanjust quitting. You will gain anemployer's lasting respect byshowing him the same considerationyou would want-if you were to bedismissed from a'job. Your pastemployer's good will is necessarywhen it comes to getting a neWjob. His recommendation isimportant. And who knows, youmight want to work for him againsometime!

Here are some things that should be considered when leavinga job:.

* Tell your employer, either orally or in writing, whenyou plan to leave.

* Most employers expect a notice of two weeks or more.One week is probably minimum notice for leaving any job.The employer needs to find and sometimes train a personto fill your job when you leave.

Give your reason for leaving. Rather than giving anegative, faultfinding reason, it is usually better toexpress a positive reason. This could be your desirefor more advancement opportunity, an opportunity toearn more money, or a decision to change occupationsor get additional education.

* Tell your employer about the knowle4ge and experience youhave gained working for him.

* Express your appreciation for the opportunity to haveworked for your employer--regardless of your reason .

for leaving.

DO'S AND DON'TS WHEN RESIGNING:

DO'S DON'TS

*Tell why you are leaving

*Do as good a job on yourlast days as on your first.

*Express your appreciation.

*Tell the things you likedabout the job.

*See your employer on yourfinal day of work.

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*Don't tell anyone off orexpress dissatisfaction.

*Don't criticize your-employerto anyone.

*Don't slack off in your workafter you resign.

SAMPLE LETTER OF RESIGNATION--

TO: Steven W. Smith

FROM Susan Johnson

DATE: September 3, 1974

RE: Resignation as Secretary

This is to inform you of my resignation as receptionistand termination of employment with the Ralston Companyeffective Friday, September 13, 1974.

While I have enjoyed my duties and my association withRalston, I have decided that I can best reach my personalgoals by returning to the University this term to furthermy education.

My experience with the Ralston Company will be valuable tome in any future work situation. I appreciate the opportunities for work and learning which my association with Ralstongave me.

Sincerely yours,

(your signature)

(If letter typed, typeyour name here)

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SIX BASIC PRINCIPLES FOR WORKERS

1. Associate yourself with growth - if possible, witha growing company in a growing industry.

2. Select the kind of work and atmosphere of work whereyou can be happy day by day.

3. Work hard. A smart man who works hard will beat abrilliant man who does not.

4. Earn responsibility. This not only takes brains butintellectual and moral integrity and courage and theability to work well with people.

5. When you are young seek experience above money. Thiswill pay off in the long run.

Whatever else your future may be,it is going to be a very personalone. It will depend on y9ur goals,your abilities, the responsibilitiesyou undertake, your career, yourmarriage.

We hope that you willthis manual after youthat you will find itin making your way in

continue to updateleave school, anda valuable toolthe "world of work."

The Job you want is waiting for you . .

The Opportunities are there . O.

Take your education and training

YOU'RE READY

Get set

GOOD LUCK

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